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Should I remodel my bathroom for a wheelchair entry NOW even though it could be YEARS before I am using a wheelchair?

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Las Vegas, NV

I am dizzy now when it comes to stepping into the shower and have been sitting on a stool in the shower for the entire 8 years and I was first diagnosed with MS. I am pondering getting rid of that step now and having a build-in bench and wheelchair entrance done now. Any advice would be helpful🤔

May 17
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A MyMSTeam Member

Prevention do seem like best move. Falls are just setbacks

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A MyMSTeam Member

I think if you have the means to do it , then do it ! Hopefully, you don’t ever need a wheelchair!! 🙏

May 17
MyMSTeam

What a thoughtful question — and honestly, planning ahead like this is one of the smartest things someone with MS can do! The dizziness you're already experiencing makes a step-free shower entrance a very practical and safety-conscious choice *right now*, not just for the future.

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What a thoughtful question — and honestly, planning ahead like this is one of the smartest things someone with MS can do! The dizziness you're already experiencing makes a step-free shower entrance a very practical and safety-conscious choice *right now*, not just for the future.

Here are some strong reasons to consider remodeling sooner rather than later:

- A roll-in shower eliminates fall risk from stepping over a barrier, which matters today given your dizziness
- A built-in bench is more stable and comfortable than a portable stool
- Doing it once now is likely cheaper than remodeling twice later
- It future-proofs your home without any urgency or rush later on Home modifications like grab bars and accessible showers are widely recommended for people with MS at various stages — not just advanced stages.

It's also worth checking whether any financial assistance is available. Some options to explore include:

- Home equity financing through your mortgage lender
- Nonprofit organizations like Rebuilding Together
- Local government grants for home modifications
- Medicare or Medicaid coverage in some cases

Talking to your neurologist or a physical therapist beforehand can also help ensure the design truly fits your current and future needs. 💪

May 17

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